Local attractions
Explore historic Downtown Boise.
Boise Art Museum
Located at 670 Julia Davis Drive just 0.3 miles from The Grove Hotel. Boise Art Museum has permanent exhibits and hosts 20 special exhibitions per year. “BAM” has hosted classical and contemporary collections from artists of various nationalities and specialties, continuously offering an educational visual experience for Boise citizens and visitors alike.
Hours:
Tuesday–Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Admission:
Adults - $6
Seniors (65 +) - $4
Students (grade 1-12)- $3
Child ( Age 5 and under) FREE
The basque block
Located just 1.0 mile away from The Grove Hotel. The Treasure Valley is home to a deeply proud, close-knit Basque community of nearly 16,000 first- and second-generation immigrants. Known as “The Basque Block,” the area between 6th and Capitol Boulevard on Grove Street features lively museums, shops, restaurants, and events celebrating the heritage of this autonomous region of Spain.
BITTERCREEK ALEHOUSE
Located at 246 N 8th Street. Eco-conscious alehouse serving a wide range of draft microbrews alongside locally sourced pub fare.
Hours:
11 am – 10 pm Sun – Wed
11 am – 11 pm Thurs – Sat
Low Power Happy Hour
3 pm – 5:30 pm Mon – Fri
Boise Greenbelt
Located just a short 0.3 miles from The Grove Hotel and expanding over 25 miles. This scenic pedestrian and bicycle path winds its way along the Boise River and has many coffee shops and outdoor cafés. In addition to the wildlife and endless greenery, it also offers easy access to historical monuments such as the Black History Museum, the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, Julia Davis Park/Zoo Boise, Lucky Peak, the Western Idaho Fairgrounds, and the Boise State University campus.
Freak Alley Gallery
In the heart of downtown, walk through the famous Freak Alley to observe the tremendous work of art demonstrated. Freak Alley has been present since 2002 and is one of the many things to feel apart of in the heart of our city. A intriguing gallery of uniqueness that presents a fun, vibrant feel to the warming atmosphere of Boise. Blend in with the culture of our Northwest art gallery.
Distance:
0.6 Miles
Idaho History Musium
Located at 610 Julia Davis Dr., 0.3 miles from The Grove Hotel. The Idaho State Museum provides a fun, interactive experience where people of all ages and backgrounds come to explore the story of Idaho. The Museum shows the profound relationship between Idaho’s people and its land have always defined what it means to live here. Through exhibitions, artifacts, and educational programming, the Museum helps Idahoans and visitors understand our story.
Hours:
Monday-Saturday | 10 am-5 pm
Admission:
Adults: $10.00
Seniors (60+): $8.00
Youth: $5.00
Child (5 & under): FREE
Discovery Center Of Idaho
Located at 131 W Myrtle St., 0.5 miles from The Grove Hotel. Let your imagination run wild at this interactive science center, where the exhibits and activities are so fascinating your kids will never know they’re actually learning something.
Hours:
Sunday–Saturday, 10:00 a.m- 4:30 p.m.
Admission:
Adult – $18
Senior 65 and over – $17
Youth ages 2-17 – $12
Child under 2 – FREE